Johnston Iowa Map
Explore Johnston, Iowa, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Johnston, Iowa
| City | Johnston |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| County | Polk County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 41.69195 |
| Longitude | -93.724456 |
| Population | 24,064 |
| Density | 479.1 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 50131 |
| Area Code | 515 |
| County Seat | Des Moines |
| School District | Johnston Community School District |
About Johnston, Iowa
Johnston is a locality in Polk County, Iowa, United States. It has a population of 24,064. The population density is 479.1 people per km². Johnston is located at 41.6919°N, 93.7245°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Johnston is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 50131.Johnston occupies a quiet expanse of the interior plains, where the horizon stretches wide under a sky that shifts from pale gold to deep indigo at dusk. It lies 3.3 miles north-northeast of Urbandale, IA (from Urbandale, IA: bearing 13°T), and is situated 6.8 miles northwest of Des Moines. Beaver Creek winds through the local terrain, carving a modest path through the soil just one mile from the center of activity. Further out, the expansive waters of Saylorville Lake provide a stillness that defines the regional character. While Buffalo Ridge remains a distant silhouette on the horizon, the immediate land is defined by the steady, rhythmic cycle of tilled earth and seasonal growth. The air here carries the scent of damp loam and tall grasses, a persistent reminder of the prairie that once dominated this vast, open territory.
Johnston emerged from the intersection of agricultural roots and the steady expansion of the regional economy. Early settlers recognized the utility of the fertile soil, and today that legacy persists alongside a modern focus on commerce and professional services. Many residents contribute to a diverse local economy that values both technical precision and the enduring strength of the service sector. The town maintains a measured pace, where the labor of the day is balanced by the quietude of the evening. Local industries thrive by drawing on a workforce shaped by the regional commitment to education and steady, reliable industry. This balance of historic agricultural memory and contemporary enterprise gives Johnston a grounded, pragmatic identity.
Johnston fosters an atmosphere of unshowy literate civility, where local life centers on the shared spaces that connect neighbors and friends. Dewey Park serves as a vital point of connection, offering residents a place to gather amidst the natural quiet of the landscape. During the height of the summer, the annual Green Days celebration brings people together to mark the season with community spirit and local pride. Among those who have called this region home, the renowned actor Cloris Leachman stands out for her significant contributions to the arts and her lasting influence on American performance. Such individuals reflect the depth of character found in the people who live and work here. The community maintains its integrity through these traditions, ensuring that the character of the place remains as durable as the land itself.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Hawkeye Estates Herky Statue (Public Artwork) — 0.6 mi, 281° W
- M47 Patton (Monument) — 1.0 mi, 063° NE
- Saylorville Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 1.2 mi, 050° NE
- Saylorville Lake (Recreation Area) — 1.7 mi, 047° NE
- Beaver Creek Natural Resource Area (Local Park) — 1.7 mi, 176° S
- Lew Clarkson Park (Local Park) — 1.8 mi, 176° S
- Sycamore North (Local Recreation) — 2.8 mi, 107° E
- Pole Position Raceway (Attraction) — 3.0 mi, 252° W
- Beaver Creek Xenia (Local Recreation) — 3.5 mi, 311° NW
- Flix Brewhouse (Cinema) — 4.3 mi, 164° S
- Character Counts Pillars (Monument) — 4.6 mi, 191° S
- Polk City Refuge (State Conservation Area) — 4.6 mi, 015° N
- Margo Frankel Woods State Park (State Park) — 5.2 mi, 101° E
- 1700 Drying Rack (Attraction) — 5.5 mi, 212° SW
- 1700 Tanning Rack (Attraction) — 5.5 mi, 212° SW
- Kids Create (Arts Centre) — 5.5 mi, 006° N
- Big Creek Historical Museum (Museum) — 5.5 mi, 005° N
- High Trestle Trail (State Recreation Area) — 5.7 mi, 040° NE
- Big Creek State Park (State Park) — 6.4 mi, 354° N
- Big Creek Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.5 mi, 353° N
- Last Laugh Comedy Club (Theatre) — 6.5 mi, 186° S
- Eric Jacobs Memorial (Monument) — 6.5 mi, 059° NE
- Sheslow Auditorium (Theatre) — 7.3 mi, 149° SE
- Des Moines Art Center (Museum) — 7.8 mi, 163° S
- Olson-Larson Galleries (Gallery) — 8.4 mi, 175° S
- Iowa Hall of Pride (Museum) — 8.7 mi, 143° SE
- Liz Lidgett Gallery & Design (Gallery) — 9.0 mi, 141° SE
- Blue Zoo (Aquarium) — 9.7 mi, 205° SW
- EMC Overlook (Viewpoint) — 9.8 mi, 149° SE
- Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 22.3 mi, 106° E · 12k acres
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About This Johnston Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Johnston, Iowa. Coordinates: 41.69195, -93.724456. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Johnston includes the ZIP code (50131), telephone area code (515), county seat of Polk County (Des Moines), and school district assignment (Johnston Community School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
